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One of the most posted and viewed gallery in clubsnap here is the potraits and poses one. I've seen that many of you guys have participated in TFCDs (what it means i'm still not sure) and model shoots. Usually, these sessions would consist of some payment for the models maybe the venue and equipment.

However, i don't really understand why you would consistently go for these sessions if the photographs taken would not be really used for anything. You may argue then what's the use for example, all the landscape photographs i've taken..but then again i didn't have to pay for them.

I would understand if you want to develop some sort of portfolio for a possible career in this line of photography.. but for those who really aren't, why would you spend so much money for these kind of shoots. Some of you may say you want to try it out, but going for a second, third...tenth time?

In no way am I against these type of sessions, but i don't quite understand what motives you guys have (other than seeing girls in bikinis for half a day).

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One of the most posted and viewed gallery in clubsnap here is the potraits and poses one. I've seen that many of you guys have participated in TFCDs (what it means i'm still not sure) and model shoots. Usually, these sessions would consist of some payment for the models maybe the venue and equipment.

However, i don't really understand why you would consistently go for these sessions if the photographs taken would not be really used for anything. You may argue then what's the use for example, all the landscape photographs i've taken..but then again i didn't have to pay for them.

I would understand if you want to develop some sort of portfolio for a possible career in this line of photography.. but for those who really aren't, why would you spend so much money for these kind of shoots. Some of you may say you want to try it out, but going for a second, third...tenth time?

In no way am I against these type of sessions, but i don't quite understand what motives you guys have (other than seeing girls in bikinis for half a day).

It's the same as some ppl go limchew, go fishing, go dancing, go par golf, etc .... Some have very real reasons to do the above, some become professional, some just wanna meet friends, some want to show off their skills, etc.... It's the same ..... I N T E R E S T ..:devil:
It's like asking why some ppl like to anyhow tok tok then kanna sued, then pay up, again then tok tok, then kanna sued again.... until bankrupt still wanna tok tok and wanna kanna sued again .... this is life ... sometimes some ppl got no motive at all, sometimes some ppl got their own motive ..... Many years later, it's their story. For you, probably you will never able to relate this experience (TFCD, modelshoots, etc) .

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I think you got mixed up with TFCD (Time For CD), Model Shoot and Bikinis. They are not exclusively the same. For people photos, you need to have makeup and clothing and accessories. This is where the money goes into (Model/Organizer fee if model shoot). And TFCD or Model Shoot are not always bikini. This generalization is a bit insulting.

I shoot people like you shoot landscape. Its for our personal satisfaction and not meant to be used for anything (I'm assuming your landscape is a hobby, correct me if I'm wrong). I shoot 2nd. 3rd, 4th... until I am satisfied with my result (skin tone is a bit tricky). I'm sure you took sunset photos more than once as well. Some shoot spiders. Some shoot flowers. Its just a hobby.

I'm not really sure why you are asking this question or how can the answer be relevant to you but good luck in your quest for knowledge.

Patryk said:

One of the most posted and viewed gallery in clubsnap here is the potraits and poses one. I've seen that many of you guys have participated in TFCDs (what it means i'm still not sure) and model shoots. Usually, these sessions would consist of some payment for the models maybe the venue and equipment.

However, i don't really understand why you would consistently go for these sessions if the photographs taken would not be really used for anything. You may argue then what's the use for example, all the landscape photographs i've taken..but then again i didn't have to pay for them.

I would understand if you want to develop some sort of portfolio for a possible career in this line of photography.. but for those who really aren't, why would you spend so much money for these kind of shoots. Some of you may say you want to try it out, but going for a second, third...tenth time?

In no way am I against these type of sessions, but i don't quite understand what motives you guys have (other than seeing girls in bikinis for half a day).

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the comment 'other than seeing girls in bikinis for half a day' was said more tongue-in-cheek.. and was not meant to insult or demean TFCD sessions. (was not sure of what it was in the first place).

it's true, your arguments that people involved in this kind of photography are just plain interested in it, just as others would be interested in landscape or nature photography while many others would question what draws them to that.

i probably asked because of the money factor..then again i spend money on jamming sessions and bowling, stuff that other people may think would result in useless outcomes. so i guess the answer is just that you guys like and enjoy it..and will be willing to spend money for that.

anyways, i was pretty bored at home so i went rambling away...thanks for reminding me that people have preferences, and to question that is probably fruitless.

on the subject of TFCD, what exactly differentiates TFCD sessions with normal Model shoots?

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Sometimes, it is not the destination, but the journey itself that is enjoyable.

Same for all these shoots - the entire process of going for the shoot, the shooting itself and the post-processing are all part of the FUN. It's even more exhilarating to get fantastic results that is so satisfying.

Some attend courses to get the themselves properly equiped. Others learn thru' their mistakes and from friends. All part of the learning process.

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TFCD (Time for CD) is a modern version of TFP (Time for Print). Normally a professional photographer shoots photos that are assigned to him without any creative freedom on his part, sometime a model would like to expand / refresh her portfolio. In TFP, a photographer wants to do some personal projects for his portfolio/experimentation with less budget and finds a model who is willing to cover half the cost of makeup/clothes/free service (her time) for his photos (print). But now of course, it can also mean photographer who want experience shooting models who want experience. (I'm guilty of the 2nd line).

Model shoot. When I'm lazy to organize and coordinate with makeup artist, model, location, etc. And cost is also divided among other photographers. So I just show up, shoot a bit. Then go have lunch. Go home and review photos and delete if its crap. No need to worry giving some to the model and embarass myself further.

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TFCD (Time for CD) is a modern version of TFP (Time for Print). Normally a professional photographer shoots photos that are assigned to him without any creative freedom on his part, sometime a model would like to expand / refresh her portfolio. In TFP, a photographer wants to do some personal projects for his portfolio/experimentation with less budget and finds a model who is willing to cover half the cost of makeup/clothes/free service (her time) for his photos (print). But now of course, it can also mean photographer who want experience shooting models who want experience. (I'm guilty of the 2nd line).

Model shoot. When I'm lazy to organize and coordinate with makeup artist, model, location, etc. And cost is also divided among other photographers. So I just show up, shoot a bit. Then go have lunch. Go home and review photos and delete if its crap. No need to worry giving some to the model and embarass myself further.

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TFCD (Time for CD) is a modern version of TFP (Time for Print). Normally a professional photographer shoots photos that are assigned to him without any creative freedom on his part, sometime a model would like to expand / refresh her portfolio. In TFP, a photographer wants to do some personal projects for his portfolio/experimentation with less budget and finds a model who is willing to cover half the cost of makeup/clothes/free service (her time) for his photos (print). But now of course, it can also mean photographer who want experience shooting models who want experience. (I'm guilty of the 2nd line).

Model shoot. When I'm lazy to organize and coordinate with makeup artist, model, location, etc. And cost is also divided among other photographers. So I just show up, shoot a bit. Then go have lunch. Go home and review photos and delete if its crap. No need to worry giving some to the model and embarass myself further.